Senior Civil Engineer - City of London, Greater London, United Kingdom - Elliott Wood

Description

Senior Civil Engineer

Elliott Wood

London | Hybrid Remote

Commensurate of experience, plus extensive benefits

About Us:

We are no ordinary engineers. We are activists for a new kind of engineering profession, where technical prowess with creative ingenuity is seamlessly integrated and in which our craft is re-evaluated by both clients and collaborators.

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We are a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy, we embrace progressive ideals, undertaking complex projects with a commitment to environmental stewardship. Our portfolio spans diverse sectors, characterised by designs that marry flair with functionality, earning us numerous industry accolades.

Aligned with our ethos, our clients and partners share a heightened awareness of environmental and social responsibilities. With a rich history spanning three decades, we've left an indelible mark on the industry, often collaborating with industry luminaries.

Joining us means becoming part of an exceptional team united in vision and purpose. Our dedication to innovation extends beyond project work to the cultivation of a vibrant, inclusive employee community. It's this culture of diversity and collaboration that sets us apart and defines our success.

The Role:

We are searching for a talented and collaborative Senior Civil Engineer, Chartered or near Chartership, with at least five years experience (the most recent of which should be in the UK), who shares our passion for making a positive impact on society. Sustainable design is the cornerstone of our practice, and together, we create innovative designs that not only protect our climate but also enhance the built environment.

Based in our friendly London Studio, you will bring well-rounded expertise across various sectors including commercial, hospitality and leisure, residential, education, public realm, and regeneration. With your collaborative approach and helpful demeanour, you'll have the opportunity to engage closely with our clients and stakeholders, influencing projects with your technical proficiency and effective communication skills.

Leadership is a developing skill that progresses alongside your proficiency in people management, critical thinking, business development, and commercial awareness. Your people and solutions focus, communication and commercial awareness will be demonstrable through your past endeavours. As you guide, nurture, and empower a team of astute engineers, your skills in prioritisation, communication, and critical thinking will be fully utilised and enhanced.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to a team Associate / Associate Director, as a Senior Civil Engineer responsibilities shall include, but shall not be limited to the following:

• Acting independently to investigate solutions, you will explore options, work closely with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders alike to develop, and communicate design solutions.
• Preparation of detailed design drawings, calculations, and specifications at all stages of design and subsequent construction.
• Responding to client, stakeholder, and contractor requests for information.
• Attendance at meetings and workshops with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders and communicate design ideas through sketches, models, and presentations.
• Co-ordinate design information with design team members and stakeholders.
• With the support of peers, provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior members of the team.
• Where appropriate, facilitate and organise meetings and CPD training events to contribute to your own development and the development of others.

Your Skills:

• 5 + years' experience.
• Chartered, or near Chartered with ICE.
• Excellent written, verbal and drawn communication skills.
• Excellent project management skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• The ability to work with others and autonomously poses a growth mindset and an open, positive, and approachable attitude.
• The ability to lead and direct others with transparent communication, adept interpersonal skills, empathetic expression, and self-awareness.

Your Experience:

• The use of MicroDrainage and / or InfoDrainage) and Civil 3D.
• Developing SuDS strategies for complex urban developments.
• The detailed design of site-wide levels strategies.
• The preparation of site-wide volumetric earthworks analysis (cut and fill)
• The detailed design of below ground drainage networks, including blue and green SuDS elements and subterrain basement drainage.
• The detailed design and specification of external hard landscaping pavement design.
• The detailed design of Section 38 and 278 highway works, beneficial but not essential.
• The preparation of Flood Risk Assessments across all flood zones.
• The design and negotiation of flood compensation schemes in undefended high-risk flood zones, beneficial but not essential.

Why Elliott Wood:

If you are a progressive and talented engineer eager to influence those around you with the same level of understanding and empathy that you bring to your engineering work, we invite you to join us. We hope you share our interest in the transformative impact infrastructure can have on the built environment and are enthusiastic about playing an integral role in our ongoing practice and growth strategy.

We offer:

• A hybrid working environment.
• A nurturing, collaborative, creative environment.
• Active encouragement and support to pursue further job-related education and/or skills training.
• An extensive range of benefits from health insurance to gym cover, bonus and more.